This class is designed for adult English language learners. Improve your English reading skills, vocabulary and grammar by using a wide range of civics-related subject matter including US education, healthcare, histor
Get started with computers, led by HCLS instructors.
Join other adults who knit, crochet, embroider, and sew, in an open forum for creating, conversing, sharing, and learning. Space is limited, so please register in advance to attend in person.
Speaking & Listening For English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for adult English language learners. Practice speaking skills in a supportive environment. Students read one short story each week and discuss it in class.
JUST FOR ME
Ages 3-6; 30 min.
For children who are ready for an independent class that includes creative expression, listening comprehension, and early reading skills.
Ticket required.
All ages; 30 min.
Come experience the joys of music and movement.
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Prepare to move! All your favorite songs, dances and games packed into one really fun class!
All ages; 30 min.
Come experience the joys of music and movement.
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
PLAY PARTNERS
Ages newborns-23 months with adult; 20-30 min. Ticket required.
Newborns and toddlers learn to express feelings, language, and movement through stories, baby games, musical activities, and playtime.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
Join us for an in person discussion of The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett on Thursday, May 19, 2022, 12 pm at the Central Branch.
An afterschool hang out for teens to connect, play games and create.
Study room available for those interested in quiet independent study
Drop-in to use the equipment in the A/V Studio! Record and mix music or create and edit movies with the help of a HiTech Instructor.
No registration required. Grades 6-12.
EC250: Black History Celebration Series - Resilience of African Americans in Ellicott City: Experiences, Family Life, and Community Spirit (Online)
This 2-part series explores the plight of the Black family historically of Ellicott City, Maryland.
EC250: Black History Celebration Series - Resilience of African Americans in Ellicott City: Experiences, Family Life, and Community Spirit (Online only 5/19)
This event is now being held online only.
Join a veteran cyclist with 25 years' industry experience to learn how to check your bike over yourself and solve some common bike problems. Learn how to repair a flat as well as how to perform an "ABC bike check" so you can get out
PAJAMA TIME
All ages with adult; 30 min. Ticket required.
A class before bedtime. Children build skills in singing, talking, listening, reading, and getting along with others through stories, music, rhymes, and activities. Children may wear their pajamas and bring their loveys and blankets.
Tickets will be available at the children's desk 15 minutes before class.
Ticket required. Tickets will be available 15 minutes before class.
10 teams of 1-2 students will compete to build the best LEGO structure for bragging rights and a prize (prize tba). AGES 9-17
Explore the genre of nonfiction and join our discussions on third Thursdays!
Nov 18th: "Book Of Delights" by Ross Gay
Thursday Trivia Celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (online)
Play trivia through Kahoot! Categories and questions designed for ages 18+. Please email HCLS.trivia@hclibrary.org for the trivia details or if you have questions.
English As A Second Language Levels 4, 5 & 6 - Adult (Online)
This is a class for adult English language learners.
U.S. Citizenship for English Language Learners - Adult (Online)
This class is designed for English language learners who are interested in taking the U.S.